Engineering Project Manager (Tank Inspection & Maintenance Program)

Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,380. The base salary range represents a good-faith estimate for this position. Eligible for annual incentive pay and continued salary growth. Compensation will be determined based on market, geography, skills, education, and experience. American Water is committed to pay equity.

About the role

The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for various project management activities and tasks related to the state's tank inspection and maintenance program. Tanks within the Illinois American Water footprint are scheduled for inspection every five years. Following inspections, tanks are scheduled for a range of rehabilitation, repair, and painting. This position will focus on planning, bidding, construction management, and coordinating field efforts between contractors and operational staff. Responsibilities will also include technical partnering and coordination with consulting engineers, technicians, analysts, and/or construction inspectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of technical, bidding, and contractual documents associated with the delivery of capital investment projects.
• Develop technical information and concepts into feasible and effective engineering approaches.
• Prepare engineering-led planning reports, data management projects, and/or other special projects focused on water and wastewater system operations and infrastructure management.
• Foster strong working relationships with engineering firms, vendors, and contractors.
• Coordinate with field and contract personnel to ensure timely completion of assignments, within budget and adherence to standards.
• Ensure that scope and quality of work achieve the intent of all design concepts and company standards for capacity, performance, reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure asset owner satisfaction in accordance with the scope of work agreed upon for each project.
• Interact with Operations personnel to ensure project delivery meets operations needs and is coordinated with operational impacts related to the project delivery program.
• Establish project budgets/schedules and manage projects accordingly.
• Drive efficiency into project delivery through monitoring delivery metrics (unit costs, target costs vs. actual, etc.) and pursue more effective delivery and procurement approaches.
• Manage multiple projects and perform varied assignments associated with planning, design, or construction.
• Develop technical information and concepts into feasible and effective project approaches.
• Handle any other special projects and tasks assigned by team leads or managers.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering design theory and practice, water resources, project management, construction and contract management, water and wastewater facilities, and utility operations.
• Knowledge of current trends in water quality and treatment and other aspects of the water industry.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (commercial and environmental), industry standards, and trends impacting the water industry.
• Strong process, project, and program management skills.
• Sound business acumen and judgment.
• Effective quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills (e.g., report writing, listening, plan reading and creating, and presentation).
• Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., tact/diplomacy, persuasion, team building, cooperation, leadership, ability to motivate others).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, or related field; relevant work experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• With a bachelor’s degree, 4+ years’ experience in project management focused on engineering projects, planning, construction, or project delivery.
• Without a bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 10+ years’ experience in project management focused on engineering projects, planning, construction, or project delivery.
• Water and/or wastewater experience is a plus.
• Engineer-in-training (EIT) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications strongly preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability, paid time off, and life insurance.
• Voluntary benefits and health and wellness programs.
• Learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally.

Schedule

Primarily office-based with occasional work in the field. Periodic travel with overnight stays as required; generally, less than 20% of total time is anticipated away from the office.

Work Environment

May work in construction environments, near moving mechanical parts, and in outside weather conditions. Possible exposure to noise, physical hazards, weather extremes, wet and/or humid conditions, and chemicals. The ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment is required.